Niki Sümi: NSCN (K) deputy C-in-C, ‘gen.’ Niki Sumi has expressed his deep condolences over the demise of Isak Chishi Swu.
In his message, Niki said late Swu relentlessly led Nagas through the darkest period and gave them new meaning and hope. “He fiercely advocated Christianity, now we proudly declare our state as Christian state to the world. Till heaven and earth is no more we will carry forward his legacy”, Niki said. He further prayed that God grant strength and comfort to the bereaved family.
ULFA(I): United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent) said it was pained by the passing away of NSCN (I-M) chairman Isak Chishi Swu. Describing him as a towering personality, ULFA(I) chairman Dr Abhizeet Asom in his condolence message said Swu was a religious man with an amicable personality which was a great asset for his group in bringing unity between tribes and taking forward the Naga cause. He said with his mature skill and statesmanship, Swu tried his best to undo the shackles of the 1975 Shillong Accord. Though Swu has left this world with his dream unfinished, Asom said “but nevertheless undefeated at the hands of the treacherous Indian establishment, with the laurel on his head of Naga National hero.”
UKLF: United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) in a condolence message said it was very saddened to hear the news of the untimely demise of Isak Chishi Swu, chairman of the NSCN (I-M). In a condolence message UKLF said late Swu was one of the exemplary pioneering leaders who inspired many revolutionary leaders in the northeast to visualize greater visions for their respective community and causes. “It is with great veneration that the UKLF would like to acknowledge his contribution in sowing seeds of vision and with deep sorrow, convey our deepest condolence to his family, loved ones and the organization he strived to bring to greater good”, stated UKLF . It stated that a revolutionary leader always works hard behind the scene and suffers many sorrows, sacrificing their own personal pleasures for which the public is usually unaware. “Isak Chishi Swu was such a man striving hard silently for the greater good of the Nagas in particular, for which the fruit of his labour was manifested with the signing of the Naga Peace Accord; which has brought hope and pride in the hearts of Nagas after a long wait of almost two decades. This has brought hope not just to the Nagas but to other similar revolutionaries in the northeast to press on until a feasible political settlement is achieved and not to give up. Although he is no longer with us to witness the full fruition of his efforts, he has left hope and a bright future for the Nagas to continue striving until his dream for greater Nagalim is achieved”, added UKLF. It then expressed the hope that NSCN (I-M) finds a suitable leader to replace the great void he has left behind. The UKLF has also expressed its deepest condolence to the great leader and to his organization and followers who we hope will follow in his footstep to bring greater glory to the race he once started. “May he continue to inspire us”, stated UKLF.
KRN: Khonoma Rüffüno Nagaland (KRN) has conveyed condolences to the bereaved family members of Chairman Isak Chishi Swu. KRN said late Isak Swu gave the prime years of his life for the Naga national cause and his sacrifice for the cause and devotion to his Christian faith defined his leadership. His demise at this critical juncture was a great loss to the Nagas, stated KRN.
TBCA: Tangkhul Baptist Churches’ Association (TBCA) in a condolence message said it was greatly shocked to hear the demise of NSCN yaruiwo late Isak Chishi Swu. TBCA said “Without doubt we can testify that Isak Chishi Swu was the embodiment of a true patriot and a prayerful Christian for the Nagas to emulate. We can feel the great loss caused by his demise at the time when the Naga people need him most”. TBCA has conveyed condolences to Eustar Chishi Swu and the children and prayed to God the heavenly father to comfort them and grant them peace. TBCA said “Amidst such a loss may we say, we give honour to the legacy you have left for us. Let the end of your earthly life be the beginning of unity and accomplishment of Naga people’s long-yearned vision. We salute you Isak Chishi Swu.”
ANCSU: All Nagaland College Students Union (ANCSU) has expressed its condolence on the death of Isaac Chishi Swu, one of the most important Naga leader and co-founder of NSCN (I-M), a person who spent his entire life for the cause of the Nagas. ANCSU said “we believe that his dedication and sacrifice for the cause of Nagas will continue to inspire the younger Naga generation. We also hope that his legacy will evolve into a long lasting peace and reconcillation of the Nagas. He will be remembered for his historical role in bringing out the framework agreement for Naga peace”. It prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
NPF AP unit: Arunachal Pradesh NPF State Unit has mourned the death of Naga national leader, NSCN (I-M) yaruiwo Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message the unit said “Today all Naga brothers and Sisters living in Nagaland and elsewhere have lost one of the few Visionary and truly patriotic leader, who had dedicated himself completely for the noble cause of the motherland; A deeply religious and pious man who taught us through his life.” It has prayed to God to grant strength to the bereaved family members to endure the loss and to the departed soul to rest in peace.
ZCCI: Zunheboto Chamber of Commerce and Industries (ZCCI) in a condolence message said late Isak Chish Swu has been a “shepherd to all Nagas, irrespective of political boundary, region, tribe or community(s), for more than half century services till his last breath.” ZCCI the said “the services and sacrifices rendered by Asu Isak can never be paralleled and replaced, making him the most undisputed leader in the annals of Naga Political Struggle history. He had also contributed and propagated much towards the growth of Naga Christianity and elsewhere beyond the NE ‘Seven Sister States’, extending to the far east Burmese union” stated ZCCI. Conveying condolences to the bereaved family, ZCCI has also prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
LHT: Lotha Hoho Tuensang (LHT) has extended condolences to the bereaved family members of Late Isak Chishi Swu and prays that the departed soul rest in peace.
W. Wangyuh Konyak: Ex-member of parliament Lok Sabha W. Wangyuh Konyak in condolence message has expressed shock at the demise of late Isak Chish Swu, NSCN (I-M) chairman. He mentioned that late Swu was very instrumental in ushering Christianity and education in Eastern Naga areas and a passionate leader who had dedicated his entire life towards the cause of Naga people. W. Wangyuh said “we as Nagas, must always remember late Swu for his undying loyalty and contribution towards Naga cause and also towards Christianity”. Konyak termed the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu as critical at this crucial period when Nagas are yarning for permanent political solution and that with the passing of late Isak Chishi Swu, Nagas has lost God fearing and spiritual brilliant leader. He further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
ZBN: Zeliangrong Baudi Nagaland (ZBN) has expressed shock over the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message, ZBN described late Swu as a committed, dedicated and God fearing Naga leader who over the years has become a visionary statesman and championed the cause of Nagas. ZBN mentioned that the sweat and tears shed by late Swu in struggling for the right of Nagas adding that the nation shall imprint in the hearts of Zeliangrong people. ZBN has further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
BJP minority morcha State: BJP Minority Morcha State has mourned the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message, BJP minority morcha described late Swu as one of the tallest Naga leaders who had dedicated all his life for the cause of Naga aspiration saying his death has left a deep void and an irreplaceable vacuum. “The legacy that late Swu has left behind shall be cherished and continue to inspire the younger generation”, said the Morcha. BJP minority Morcha state has further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
DDCF: Dimapur District Citizens Forum (DDCF) has mourned the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message, the Forum described late Swu as a dedicated person and a God fearing man. DDCF further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
ONA: Overseas Naga Association (ONA) has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chisi Swu. In a condolence message, ONA said that late Isak Swu’s has left behind an admirable personal story and a controversial public legacy. ONA has further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
MCD: Muslim Council Dimapur (MCD) has mourned at the demise late Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message, MCD mentioned that late Swu was a great leader who has committed to his work till the time of his last breath. MCD has further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
YAN: Youth Association of Nagaland (YAN) has mourned at the demise of Isak Chishi Swu, chairman and president, NSCN (I-M). In a condolence message YAN described late Swu as a true patriot for the Naga people who had served the nation for 58 long years. The association also hoped that his followers would uphold the interest and aspiration which the leader had exuded for the political future of the Nagas. YAN has further conveyed condolence o the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
KALH: Karbi Anglong Lotha Hoho (KALH) has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu, NSCN/ GPRN chairman. KALH has further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
NDA: Nagaland Dobashi’s Association (NDA) Kohima has mourned at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. The association further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
AAGBA: Ato Area GB’s Association (AAGBA) has expressed shock at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu, chairman and cofounder of NSCN (I-M). In a condolence message, the association stated that Nagas have lost a dedicated, influential, courageous and committed leader. AAGBA has further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
MVC: Matikrü Village Council (MVC) has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message, MVC mentioned that late Isak Chishi Swu was the champion of peace loving and truly a patriot leader whose death has been a great loss for Matikrü village in particular and Nagas in general. MVC has further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
CNSU: Chuyo Naga Students Union (CNSU) has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message, CNSU described late Swu as a great Naga leader from the Sumi leader. The union also acknowledged the great contribution made by NSCN/ GPRN under his leadership in spreading Christianity and education in the year 1980 at Chuyo (Chuyang village) in particular and eastern Nagaland in particular. The union further conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
RJDN: Rashtriya Janata Dal Nagaland (RJDN) in a condolence message said it grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu who had committed his life for the separation of Naga political issue with sincerity, dedication and determination for the best interest of the Naga political solution. RJDN also said that Naga has lost a great leader and the vacuum created through his demise would be difficult to fill in. It further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
Somdal village: Somdal village has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. Somdal village has further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
PBCC: Pochury Baptist Church Council has mourned at the demise of late Isak Chish Swu. PBCC further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
DBS: Dimapur Bangali Samaj (DBS) has grieved at the demise of late Yaruiwo Isac Chishi Swu. DBS further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
SOUN: Sumi Officers’ Union Nagaland (SOUN) has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu, Yaruiwo of NSCN (I-M). In a condolence message, SOUN said late Isak Chishi Swu had devoted his entire life for the cause of the Naga political rights and led the Naga national movement at different levels and forums. SOUN has further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
ASS & DNTB: Assam Sahitya Sabha (ASS) Dimapur branch and Dimapur Manghar Trust Board (DNTB) of Assam society of Dimapur have grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message, ASS & DNTB mentioned that late Swu had contributed the best part of his life for the Nagas and therefore the struggle and sacrifices he had endured for the Nagas would be remembered in gratitude in the days to come. ASS & DNTB have further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
UBCANEI: United Baptist Churches Association North East India (UBCANEI) has paid tribute to late Isak Chishi Swu, NSCN (I-M) Chairman. The association further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
NCRCC: Nagaland Christian Revival Church Council (NCRCC) has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. In a condolence message, Council mentioned that late Swu was “a dedicated” and a “God fearing Naga leader”. NCRCC further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
Sumi Community (Hoho) Mkg: Sumi Community (Hoho) Mokokchung has mourned at the demise of late Isaac Chishi Swu. Hoho stated that the demise of late Swu has been a great loss for Sumi’s in particular and Nagas in general. Sumi Community (Hoho) has further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
MKSU: Mech Kachari Students Union (MKSU) Nagaland has expressed pain at the demise of the NSCN leader Isak Chishi Swu. The union stated that late Isak Chishi Swu was a great leader who had selflessly spent all his life for the cause of the Nagas and had emphasized on unity. MKSU further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
SD Jain samaj Dmu: SD Jain Samaj Dimapur has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. SD Jain Samaj Dimapur further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
SNUNS: South Nagas Union of Nagaland State (SNUNS) has grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. SNUNS described late Swu leadership for Naga “nationalism”, “religion” and “fraternity” would remain in the hearths of every Naga. Organization further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
RYON: Rongmei Youth Organisation Nagaland (RYON) has mourned at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. RYON further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest peace.
DTBWS & TBYA: Dimapur Timang Buddhist Welfare Society (DTBWS) and Tamang Buddhist Youth Association (TBYA) have grieved at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu. DTBWS & TBYA jointly conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
DCC Zbto: District Council Committee (DCC) Zunheboto has grieved at the demise late Isak Chishi Swu, Chairman of the NSCN/GPRN. In a condolence message, DCC mentioned that through the demise of late Isak, the Nagas have lost a leader who had selflessly sacrificed his whole life for the service of the nation. DCC further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
HASPO: Highway Area Sumi Public Organization (HASPO) has mourned at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu, NSCN/GPRN chairman. Organization termed that the selfless sacrifice of late Swu would be hard to emulate. HASPO further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
Senior citizens Zbto: Senior Citizens of Zunheboto district has mourned at the demise of late Isak Chishi Swu, Chairman of the NSCN/GPRN. In a condolence, senior citizens Zunheboto mentioned that the legacy of late Swu would be imprinted in the history of Nagas. Senior citizens Zunheboto further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
TUK: Tangkul Union Kohima has mourned the death of veteran nationalist, patriotic leader late Isak Chishi Swu, yaruiwo of NSCN (I-M). In a condolence message TUK said “He was known by every revolutionary patriots and the Nagas as sincere, dedicated, religious, patriotic, prayerful, visionary, humble etc. during his long service to the nation in the struggle for freedom, peace and reconciliation”. The union said Nagas would remember him down to generations after generations for his long-life sacrifices for the political destiny of the Naga nation. It said the vacuum created by late Swu death may be difficult to fill in and that his death is immense and the loss irreplaceable. TUK then said that his contributions made to the cause of the Nagas’ political issue would never be forgotten. Further, TUK has conveyed condolences to the bereaved family at this critical hour of mourning and also prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.